Automatically cutting the thread

The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the end of the stitching. This is called “programmed thread-cutting”.

If programmed thread-cutting is set, automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching is also set. This setting is convenient if a stitch for sewing buttonholes or bar tacks is selected.

1Turn on the sewing machine.

XThe LCD comes on.

2Select a stitch.

For details on selecting a stitch, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 68).

3Press (settings key) in the operation panel.

XThe settings screen appears.

4Press , , and (arrow keys) until

is selected.

5Press (OK key).

XThe screen for specifying automatic thread- cutting appears.

Press

to select

.

 

6To return to

, press

.

XThe machine is now set for programmed thread-cutting.

7Press (OK key).

2

XThe initial stitch screen appears again, and

appears in the lower-left corner of the screen.

When the sewing machine is turned off, the programmed thread-cutting setting is cancelled.

8Position the fabric under the presser foot, and

then press (start/stop button) once.

1

1Start/stop button

XAfter reverse/reinforcement stitches are sewn, the machine starts sewing.

9After reaching the end of the stitching, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) once.

This step is not necessary if a stitch such as those for sewing buttonholes and bar tacks is selected where reinforcement stitches are automatically sewn.

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Brother 885-S61 operation manual Automatically cutting the thread, 7Press OK key